How To Fix M8482 - Credit memo qty greater than order qty (item without GR)

M8482 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 482

• Message text: Credit memo qty greater than order qty (item without GR)

What causes this issue?

The quantity for which you are entering a credit memo is greater than
the quantity already credited minus the order quantity.
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System Response

The system has found that the <ZG>(credit memo quantity - quantity to
be credited) x order price</> is greater than the tolerance for
quantity variance set in Customizing.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries are correct and make any necessary changes. If you
post the document in spite of the variance, the system makes the
posting and the relevant account movements. The document is not
blocked.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8482 - Credit memo qty greater than order qty (item without GR) ?

  The SAP error message M8482, which states "Credit memo qty greater than order qty (item without GR)," typically occurs during the processing of a credit memo in the SAP system. This error indicates that the quantity being credited exceeds the quantity that was originally ordered for an item that has not yet been goods-received (GR). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity specified in the credit memo is greater than the quantity of the original order for that item.
  No Goods Receipt: The item in question has not been received (GR not posted), which means that the system does not recognize any quantity as being available for credit.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the quantities during the credit memo creation process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Order Quantity: Check the original purchase order to confirm the ordered quantity for the item in question. Ensure